Complete Guide to Salsomaggiore Terme: What to See in the City

Palazzo delle Terme Berzieri

The beating heart of Salsomaggiore. An Art Déco masterpiece built between 1913 and 1923.

Why Visit

• Unique architecture — Fusion of Liberty style and oriental influences
• Frescoes by Galileo Chini — The same artist of Bangkok's Throne Room
• Mosaics and ceramics — Perfectly preserved original decorations
• New QC Terme center — Contemporary wellness in a historic setting

Tip: book a guided tour to discover all the palace's secrets.

Parco Mazzini

A green oasis in the heart of the city, perfect for a rejuvenating break.

What you'll find:

• Centuries-old trees and flowerbeds
• Pond with ducks and swans
• Shaded walking paths
• Children's playground

During spring and summer, the park hosts concerts, markets and cultural events.

Scipione Castle of the Pallavicino Marquises

Just 5 minutes from the center, one of Emilia-Romagna's oldest castles.

What to Know

• Founded — 11th century
• Views — Breathtaking panorama of the hills
• Interiors — Frescoed rooms and period furnishings
• Events — Historical reenactments and night tours

Authentic medieval atmosphere, perfect for unforgettable photos.

The Thermal Museum

Located inside Palazzo Berzieri, it tells the centuries-old history of thermalism in Salsomaggiore.

On display:

• Period medical instruments
• Historical photographs
• Documents and testimonies
• The evolution of thermal treatments

Walking Through the Historic Center

Salsomaggiore offers an elegant and well-kept center waiting to be discovered:

• Viale Romagnosi — The city's "living room"
• Historic arcades — Shopping and Italian-style cafés
• Piazza Berzieri — Heart of city life
• Liberty villas — Belle Époque testimonies

Nature Excursions

For outdoor lovers, the surroundings offer:

• Stirone Park — Trekking and fossils
• Hills Trail — Nordic walking
• Local wineries — Malvasia and Gutturnio tastings